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In JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, the natives, however elegantly dressed and well-behaved, must walk in the roadway, leaving the sidewalks for the white folk (picture 2 of 2)
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Behaved Colonialism Dressed Elegantly Folk Johannesburg Leaving Natives Roadway Walk Sidewalks
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph taken in 1906, the stark realities of colonialism are on full display in the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa. The image captures a moment in time when the deeply entrenched racial hierarchies of the apartheid era were already taking root. The scene portrays a bustling street scene, with a crowd of natives, dressed in their finest attire, making their way along the roadway. Their elegant and well-behaved demeanor contrasts sharply with the white folk who stroll confidently on the sidewalks, seemingly oblivious to the natives who must navigate the roadway to get around them. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the profound injustices and indignities inflicted upon the native population during the colonial era. The forced segregation of the races, enforced through laws and social norms, was a defining feature of apartheid South Africa. The natives were relegated to the lowest rung of society, denied basic human rights, and forced to endure a litany of indignities, including being made to walk in the roadways while whites enjoyed the privilege of using the sidewalks. The photograph also underscores the deep-seated power dynamics of colonialism, with the white colonizers holding all the cards. The natives, despite their dignity and respectability, were still considered inferior and were denied the most basic rights and freedoms. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the long and painful history of colonialism and its enduring impact on the people of South Africa and beyond. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as well as a call to remember and learn from the mistakes of the past. It serves as a reminder that the struggle for equality and justice is an ongoing one, and that the legacy of colonialism continues to shape the world we live in today.
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